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Featured Hostels in San Mateo

Orange Village Hostel
Lobby

Orange Village Hostel

1.5 star property
7.2 out of 10, Good, (927)
"Great location, clean room, courteous staff, and amazing experience. I booked a private room for a conference and it was a perfect stay with no problems or issues."
Orange Village Hostel
Amsterdam Hostel
Fireplace

Amsterdam Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (154)
"Not bad for the price."
The price is AU$122
includes taxes & fees
6 Aug - 7 Aug
Amsterdam Hostel
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Lounge

HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (320)
"It was a good, reliable place to stay! It's walkable to Chinatown and Fisherman's Wharf. "
The price is AU$126
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
HI San Francisco Downtown Hostel
Chapter San Francisco
Exterior

Chapter San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (274)
"Awesome place for the price"
Chapter San Francisco
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
Queen Room with Balcony and Ensuite

Samesun San Francisco - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (257)
"Great staff and awesome location"
Samesun San Francisco - Hostel
European Hostel
Front of property

European Hostel

1.5 star property
5.4 out of 10, (634)
"Good location!"
The price is AU$99
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July
European Hostel
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
1 bedroom, laptop workspace, soundproofing, free WiFi

ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco

2.0 star property
9.4 out of 10, Exceptional, (46)
"Very nice people and good environment "
The price is AU$203
includes taxes & fees
5 Aug - 6 Aug
ITH Pacific Tradewinds Hostel San Francisco
Adelaide Hostel
Terrace/patio

Adelaide Hostel

2.0 star property
7.8 out of 10, Good, (626)
"They let me stay last minute, wish it was a bit over 10am but it’s okay I woke up early. "
The price is AU$129
includes taxes & fees
20 July - 21 July
Adelaide Hostel
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
On the beach

HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel

2.0 star property
9.0 out of 10, Wonderful, (125)
"ホステルとしては、全く問題ない内容だと思います。 車でない場合、多少アクセスに難はありますが、灯台の目の前に宿泊可能で、景色も良くのんびりとした時間を過ごせます。"
HI Point Montara Lighthouse Hostel
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Terrace/patio

Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel

1.0 star property
9.8 out of 10, Exceptional, (6)
"Modern place with sleeping pods and very nice people. "
Podshare San Francisco Marina - Hostel
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
Front of property

Ansonia Hotel - Hostel

2.0 star property
9.2 out of 10, Wonderful, (11)
"Enjoyed my stay! Not too fancy but gets the job done, clean and safe. Had my own bathroom so don't forget to request that if you don't want to share, though the shared was clean as well. Loved it!"
Ansonia Hotel - Hostel
DC Crashpad - Hostel
Porch

DC Crashpad - Hostel

2.0 star property
4.4 out of 10, (162)
"Property was clean.Guests in hostel were friendly. only complaints are dryer was not working and no clean towels for guests to use."
DC Crashpad - Hostel
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Frequently asked questions

What are the best hostels in San Mateo?
You might like the room rates at this top accommodation option in the area, which gets positive reviews from our travellers: Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites San Mateo-San Francisco SFO by IHG - 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from the heart of San Mateo. Close to public transport, this property is within a 5-minute walk of California St & Larkin St Stop. Guests can enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a lift at this hotel.
When is the best time of year to stay in a hostel in San Mateo?
Good weather's always better when you're discovering new places, so here's a little information about the seasons: The hottest months are usually September and August, with an average temperature of 18°C, while the coldest months are February and January, with an average of 12°C. Average annual precipitation for San Mateo is 499 mm.
What is there to see and do in San Mateo?
In general, San Mateo is known for its festivals, restaurants and sports. Major attractions include San Francisco Bay, Chase Center and Oracle Park. Get out into nature with places such as Coyote Point Park, The San Mateo Japanese Garden and Shoreview Park. Cultural attractions include CuriOdyssey, Hiller Aviation Museum and Fox Theatre.
What's the best way to get to and around San Mateo while staying at a hostel?
Keep this information about transit options in San Mateo in your back pocket to make the most of your stay: You can search for flights to the closest airport, which is San Francisco International Airport (SFO), 5 mi (8.1 km) away from the city centre. An alternative is San Carlos, CA (SQL), located 5.3 mi (8.5 km) away. After you've arrived, you might want to use public transport to get around. To see more of the area, hop on a train at San Mateo Station, Hayward Park Station or Hillsdale Station.